ADMM Plus EWG on Counter-terrorism FTX 2023
In a significant international engagement, the Indian Army’s 14 Rajputana Rifles contingent has embarked on a mission to participate in the ASEAN Defence Ministers Meeting (ADMM) Plus Expert Working Group (EWG) Counter-Terrorism Field Training Exercise (FTX) 2023. This multinational joint military exercise is a crucial platform for strengthening regional cooperation in counter-terrorism efforts.
The Exercise in Detail
Full Name and Type
- Full Name: ASEAN Defence Ministers Meeting (ADMM) Plus Expert Working Group (EWG) Counter Terrorism Field Training Exercise (FTX) 2023.
- Type: This exercise is a multinational joint military initiative.
Nature of Exercise
- Counter-Terrorism Drills: The primary focus of the exercise revolves around counter-terrorism operations.
- Task: Participating contingents will engage in simulated missions aimed at destroying terrorist groups in fortified areas.
Main Objective
- Strengthening Regional Cooperation: The exercise’s central goal is to strengthen and promote regional cooperation in counter-terrorism efforts.
Key Players
Host Countries
- Russia: Russia serves as the co-chair of the EWG for this exercise.
- Myanmar: Myanmar is also a co-chair of the EWG, jointly responsible for organizing and facilitating the exercise.
When and How Often
ADMM Plus Meetings
- Frequency: The ADMM Plus meetings occur annually, with the first held in 2017.
- Purpose: These meetings are essential for fostering dialogue and cooperation among ASEAN member states and their Plus Group counterparts.
Inaugural ADMM Plus
- Date: The inaugural ADMM Plus meeting took place on 12th October 2010.
- Location: The historic event was hosted in Ha Noi, Vietnam.
2023 Participation
- Participants: The 2023 edition of the exercise includes contingents from ASEAN member states and the Plus Group countries.
Noteworthy Facts
Preceding Event
- Table Top Exercise: Before the field training exercise, a Table Top Exercise of ADMM Plus EWG on Counter-Terrorism was conducted.
- Location: This exercise was held in Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar.
- Dates: The Table Top Exercise took place from 2nd to 4th August 2023.
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